I Can’t Stand Still is dedicated to the memory of my hero Elvis Presley. Elvis passed away on my 11th birthday, the 16th of August 1977; he has had a profound impact on my life. When I was five years old I was given my parents’ record player and their Elvis records, I couldn’t stop playing the King Creole album and a few years later discovered The Sun Sessions. This was the start my love of Elvis’ music and his work has had a major influence on my own songwriting.

R.I.P. Elvis Presley. January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977.

I Can’t Stand Still. There were two interviews in the 50s where Elvis Presley talks about rock ‘n’ roll and how he can’t stand still and I’ve used these quotes in the song, meaning that the lyrics are, in effect, written by Elvis. His sentiment and the words were perfect for a brand new rock ‘n’ roll song and so I wrote the music to accompany them.

The lyrics for I Can’t Stand Still are taken from following interviews:

The Truth About Me: August 29, 1956. Hollywood, California.

Elvis Sails: September 22, 1958. Brooklyn Army Terminal.

Many thanks to all the musicians involved. It has been a great privilege to work with you all.

If it Hadn’t Been for Love, Jumping from 6 to 6 and Mother of Lies were recorded live at Blue Barn Studios on November 5, 2016 by Chris Taylor with the Memphis Underground band: Craig Fillbrook lead guitar, Donny Brown double bass, Rob Watson drums and David Hartley on pedal steel. Many thanks to you all for an excellent job with your playing and co-producing of the tracks.

To Bernie Keith, thank you for your continued support and for playing my music on your BBC Rock ‘n’ Roll Heaven radio show.

Rich Young, this is the fifth album you’ve worked on with me. As always, an amazing job throughout, many thanks mate, very much appreciated.

Tracks 1,2,3,4,6,7,8,11,12. Recorded at Sunningdale Lodge and Phaff Studios.
Produced and arranged by Jacen Bruce and Rich Young.
Mixed and mastered by Rich Young.
Tracks 5,9,10. Recorded at Blue Barn Studios by Chris Taylor.
Produced and arranged by Jacen Bruce, Craig Fillbrook, Rob Watson, David Hartley and Rob Watson.
Cover artwork by Vince Ray.
Album artwork and design by Steve Gilmour.

Honey In Honolulu is dedicated to the memory of our great friend John Stannard. We worked together on stage and in the studio, not only on this project, but also on my daughter Lana’s debut album, Lana.
R.I.P John Stannard. 14 March 1957 – 22 August 2015.

Special thanks to all the musicians; it’s been a great privilege to work with such a talented group of fine players. Pedal steel player David Hartley has added the finishing touches to the album; he worked extensively with John Stannard and has made a unique contribution. Thank you David.

All tracks recorded at Sunningdale Lodge and Phaff Studios.
Produced and arranged by Jacen Bruce and Rich Young.
Mixed and mastered by Rich Young.
Cover photo Gordon Ayres.
Artwork and Design Steve Gilmour.

Honey In Honolulu Official video http://www.jacenbruce.com/videos-shorts
The Calling is the title track from the DC Gary Goodhew novel The Calling by Alison Bruce.
Special Guest B.J. Cole pedal steel on Bewitched

(incl P+P)
14 original tracks including the single Johnny Cool Cat. Presented in a high quality digi-pack.
01. Lovers' Lane
02. The Siren
03. Bring Me Back Home
04. Johnny Cool Cat
05. Dimple Whisky (Grandad John McGrath)
06. Let Him Try
07. Slap Bass
08. When Will I Hold You Again
09. Sitting Right Beside Me in the Dark
10. Casablanca
11. Hot Baby Lover
12. I'm Waiting
13. I Took Your Hand
14. No More Blue Moon to Sing
Full details on The Siren page:www.jacenbruce.com/thesirenpr.cfm